Watermelon Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refreshment: Watermelon Lemonade! This vibrant and zesty drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh watermelon with the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice, creating a perfectly balanced beverage that’s as hydrating as it is delicious. Sweetened with just the right amount of sugar and diluted with cool, crisp water, this lemonade is chilled to perfection over ice. Garnished with fragrant mint leaves and sunny lemon slices, it’s a visually stunning treat that’s ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply lounging by the pool. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make drink is a must-try for anyone craving a refreshing homemade lemonade with a fruity twist.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups, cubed Watermelon
- 1 cup, freshly squeezed Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 3 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 1 medium lemon, for garnish Lemon slices
- 0.5 cup, for garnish Mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Begin by prepping your watermelon. Remove any seeds and cut the watermelon into cubes until you have about 8 cups.
Step 2
In a blender, add the watermelon cubes. Blend until smooth, ensuring there are no chunks left.
Step 3
Set a fine mesh sieve over a large bowl and pour the watermelon puree through the sieve. Use a spoon to help push the liquid through, catching any solids.
Step 4
In a large pitcher, combine the strained watermelon juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sugar. Mix thoroughly until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Step 5
Add 3 cups of water to the pitcher and stir well to combine. Taste the lemonade and adjust the sugar or lemon juice if necessary, depending on your preferred level of sweetness or tartness.
Step 6
Chill the watermelon lemonade in the refrigerator for at least an hour for best flavor.
Step 7
Before serving, fill each glass with ice cubes. Pour the chilled watermelon lemonade over the ice.
Step 8
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a few fresh mint leaves for an extra burst of flavor and presentation.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing homemade watermelon lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2862g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 862.6 |
| Total Fat 3.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 42.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 219.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 182.5g | |
| Protein 11.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 438.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2132.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories